1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 530 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | 33 | Mariner |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |